Liverpool are atop the Premier League—yet depth remains missing. Arne Slot knows a pivot is needed. Enter Joshua Kimmich: free agent in waiting, elite, battle-hardened.
Journalist Rudy Galetti reports Liverpool have gathered intel on Bayern’s star, though he isn’t their top midfield target.
Across Europe, clubs eye the German international—Barcelona, Manchester City, Real Madrid among them as per 90min.com reports.
Kimmich is no rookie—he’s won eight Bundesliga titles and a Champions League, amassed over 400 Bayern appearances, and earned nearly 100 Germany caps.
At 30, he brings calm, versatility and experience, often shifting between deep‑lying midfield and right-back roles. Hudson has logged 10 assists this season already, and chipped in a goal too.
Liverpool’s right flank could use reinforcements—Trent Alexander‑Arnold is tipped for Real Madrid, and uncertainties loom. Kimmich’s adaptability makes him a tempting successor.
But insiders caution it’s not a red‑hot pursuit. Recent updates reveal the Reds have not actively pushed the deal—with midfield and full‑back ranks already stretched.
Still, informal talks have occurred, indicating they’re keeping tabs.
Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi reportedly ranks higher on Slot’s list, yet Kimmich’s free‑agent status and trophy resume make him impossible to ignore as reported on Football Talk | Premier League News .
Liverpool’s pursuit would be as much about planning for departures—Salah, Van Dijk, Alexander‑Arnold are all out of contract this summer—as adding quality.
Make no mistake—Kimmich coming to Anfield wouldn’t be filler. It’s a strategic reset. For Slot, it’s about shaping the future beyond transfers.